Structured Light 3D Scanner Global Market Report 2024

The structured light 3D scanner market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $1.36 billion in 2023 to $1.6 billion in 2024 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.3%. The growth observed during the historic period can be attributed to several factors, including increased automation, preservation of cultural heritage, demand for reverse engineering, heightened focus on safety, rising adoption in surveying and mapping, and increasing demand for 3D modeling.

The structured light 3D scanner market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $3.04 billion in 2028 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17.4%. The forecasted growth can be attributed to several factors, including rising adoption in construction and architecture, increasing demand from the automotive industry, growing e-commerce and online retail sectors, efforts towards cost reduction and affordability, and government initiatives and regulations promoting technological advancements. Major trends expected in the forecast period include integration with drone technology for enhanced scanning capabilities, advancements in healthcare applications utilizing 3D scanning technology, continuous enhancements in software solutions for improved performance, the emergence of portable and handheld scanners for increased accessibility, and integration with augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) for immersive experiences and enhanced visualization.

The burgeoning gaming and entertainment sector is anticipated to serve as a significant catalyst for the expansion of the structured light 3D scanner market in the foreseeable future. This industry encompasses diverse segments involved in the creation, production, and dissemination of interactive and recreational content tailored for audience engagement and enjoyment. The sector's growth trajectory is underpinned by several factors, including the burgeoning popularity of online gaming and esports, the advent of virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies, and the widespread adoption of smartphones and tablets among consumers. Structured-light 3D scanners play a pivotal role in elevating gaming and entertainment experiences by facilitating the creation of immersive virtual environments and lifelike character representations. These advanced scanning solutions are instrumental in the workflows of game developers, enabling them to capture precise three-dimensional models of real-world objects, props, and actors. These scanned assets serve as foundational elements for crafting realistic individuals, creatures, and objects within virtual gaming environments. For instance, statistics released by the Entertainment Software Association (ESA) in January 2022 reveal robust growth in consumer spending on video games in the United States, reaching a total of $60.4 billion in 2021, representing an 8% increase compared to the previous year. Notably, expenditures on hardware surged by 14% to $6.1 billion, while accessories witnessed a 2% uptick to $2.7 billion. Against this backdrop, the upward trajectory of the gaming and entertainment industry emerges as a primary driver fueling the expansion of the structured light 3D scanner market.

Major players within the structured light 3D scanner market are directing their efforts towards innovation, aiming to introduce novel products such as zoom-enabled optical 3D scanners to bolster their market share and revenue streams. A zoom-enabled optical 3D scanner represents a cutting-edge scanning device leveraging optical technology to capture comprehensive three-dimensional data of objects. Distinguishing itself from conventional counterparts, this scanner incorporates a unique feature allowing users to adjust its optical zoom level, thereby facilitating the capture of intricate 3D data across varying magnification levels. An illustrative example of this innovation is evident in the March 2024 launch of the SmartScan VR800 by Hexagon AB, a renowned industrial technology entity headquartered in Sweden. Noteworthy for being the first of its kind in the market, the SmartScan VR800 is equipped with a motorized zoom lens, affording users the flexibility to tailor software settings for optimal data resolution and measurement volume. Augmented with features such as Smart Resolution, Smart Zoom, and Smart Snap, this advanced scanner empowers users to swiftly customize data resolution, measurement volume, and orientation data recording, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and versatility.

In August 2021, Hexagon AB, a leading industrial technology company headquartered in Sweden, finalized the acquisition of ZG Technology Co. Ltd. for an undisclosed sum. This strategic move was geared towards expanding Hexagon Group's array of intelligent manufacturing solutions and enhancing its capabilities in 3D data collection. ZG Technology Co. Ltd., based in China, specializes in providing structured light 3D scanners.

Major companies operating in the structured light 3d scanner market are Carl Zeiss Optotechnik GmbH, Hexagon AB, Nikon Metrology NV, Trimet, 3D Digital Corporation, FARO Technology Inc., GOM GmbH, Creaform Inc., Shining 3D Tech, Basis Software Inc., Perceptron Inc., Steinbichler Optotechnik GmbH, Capture 3D, Artec 3D, Solutionix Corporation, Kreon Technologies, Breuckmann GmbH & Co. KG, Exact Metrology, Riegl Laser Measurement Systems, EVA Optic, ScanTech International Inc., ShapeGrabber Inc., RangeVision, True Point Laser Scanning LLC, Fuel 3D.

North America was the largest region in the structured light 3D scanner market in 2023. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the structured light 3d scanner market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

The countries covered in the structured light 3d scanner market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

A structured light 3D scanner refers to a type of 3D scanning technology that utilizes projected patterns of light onto an object to capture its three-dimensional shape and structure. This method involves projecting predetermined patterns, such as grids or stripes, onto the object's surface and using cameras or sensors to capture images of the distorted patterns generated by the object's shape.

The main product categories of structured light 3D scanners include optical scanners, structured light scanners, and laser scanners. Optical scanners use light and lenses to capture 3D images, with varying ranges such as short, medium, and long range, and involve components such as hardware, software, and services. These scanners find applications in quality control and inspection, reverse engineering, virtual simulation, face and body scanning, among others, and are utilized by industries such as aerospace and defense, healthcare, architecture and construction, entertainment and media, automotive, and more.

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The structured light 3D scanner market consists of revenues earned by entities providing services such as training and consulting, surveying and mapping, reverse engineering, 3D modeling, point cloud processing, and 3D scanning. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The structured light 3D scanner market also includes sales of specialized scanners, portable scanners, industrial scanners, handheld scanners, and desktop scanners. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.


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